יש לך...?
Do you have...?
Yesh lecha? (m) / Yesh lach? (f)
questionsAsk if someone has something.
Context: Changes based on who you're asking. Very useful question.
⚠️ Gender Note:This phrase changes based on the speaker's gender. Use baba for the correct form based on your gender.
How to Use "Do you have...?" in a Conversation
Example conversation:
A: Changes based on who you're asking.
B: יש לך...?
This phrase is considered neutral in register and is at a beginner difficulty level for Hebrew learners.
How to Pronounce "יש לך...?"
Yesh lecha? (m) / Yesh lach? (f)
Break it down: Yesh - lecha? - (m) - / - Yesh - lach? - (f)
Hebrew is read from right to left. The transliteration above follows English reading order (left to right) to help you pronounce each sound correctly.
Cultural Tips for Using This Phrase
In Israel, this phrase works in most situations, from talking to friends to speaking with shopkeepers or colleagues.
Hebrew is a gendered language. This phrase can change depending on who is speaking or being addressed. baba lets you set those roles before translation.
Body language matters in Israel. When saying "do you have...?", Israelis will appreciate your effort to speak Hebrew, even if imperfect. Don't be afraid to try!
Learning "Do you have...?": Quick Reference
| Hebrew | יש לך...? |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | Yesh lecha? (m) / Yesh lach? (f) |
| English | Do you have...? |
| Category | questions |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Gender-specific | Yes: changes by gender |
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Questions About "Do you have...?" in Hebrew
How do you say "Do you have...?" in Hebrew?
"Do you have...?" in Hebrew is "יש לך...?". Changes based on who you're asking. Very useful question.
Is "יש לך...?" formal or informal?
"יש לך...?" is informal and commonly used in everyday conversation.
Does "Do you have...?" change based on speaker gender?
Yes, this phrase has different forms depending on the speaker's gender. Use baba's gender-aware translation to get the correct form.
How do you pronounce "יש לך...?"?
Pronounced: Yesh lecha? (m) / Yesh lach? (f)